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SERVICE INFORMATION FOR ELECTRICAL INCIDENT
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How to Perform Efficient Diagnosis for an Electrical IncidentEAS001FN
WORK FLOW
INCIDENT SIMULATION TESTS
Introduction
Sometimes the symptom is not present when the vehicle is brought in for service. If possible, re-create the
conditions present at the time of the incident. Doing so may help avoid a No Trouble Found Diagnosis. The fol-
lowing section illustrates ways to simulate the conditions/environment under which the owner experiences an
electrical incident.
The section is broken into the six following topics:

Vehicle vibration

Heat sensitive
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STEPDESCRIPTION
STEP 1 Get detailed information about the conditions and the environment when the incident occurred.
The following are key pieces of information required to make a good analysis:
WHAT
Vehicle Model, Engine, Transmission/Transaxle and the System (i.e. Radio).
WHEN Date, Time of Day, Weather Conditions, Frequency.
WHERE Road Conditions, Altitude and Traffic Situation.
HOW System Symptoms, Operating Conditions (Other Components Interaction).
Service History and if any After Market Accessories have been installed.
STEP 2 Operate the system, road test if necessary.
Verify the parameter of the incident.
If the problem cannot be duplicated, refer to
“Incident Simulation Tests ”.
STEP 3 Get the proper diagnosis materials together including:

Power Supply Routing

System Operation Descriptions

Applicable Service Manual Sections

Check for any Service Bulletins
Identify where to begin diagnosis based upon your knowledge of the system operation and the customer comments.
STEP 4 Inspect the system for mechanical binding, loose connectors or wiring damage.
Determine which circuits and components are involved and diagnose using the Power Supply Routing and Harness
Layouts.
STEP 5 Repair or replace the incident circuit or component.
STEP 6 Operate the system in all modes. Verify the system works properly under all conditions. Make sure you have not inad-
vertently created a new incident during your diagnosis or repair steps.

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Freezing

Water intrusion

Electrical load

Cold or hot start up
Get a thorough description of the incident from the customer. It is important for simulating the conditions of the
problem.
Vehicle Vibration
The problem may occur or become worse while driving on a rough road or when engine is vibrating (idle with
A/C on). In such a case, you will want to check for a vibration related condition. Refer to the following illustra-
tion.
CONNECTORS & HARNESS
Determine which connectors and wiring harness would affect the electrical system you are inspecting. Gently
shake each connector and harness while monitoring the system for the incident you are trying to duplicate.
This test may indicate a loose or poor electrical connection.
HINT
Connectors can be exposed to moisture. It is possible to get a thin film of corrosion on the connector termi-
nals. A visual inspection may not reveal this without disconnecting the connector. If the problem occurs inter-
mittently, perhaps the problem is caused by corrosion. It is a good idea to disconnect, inspect and clean the
terminals on related connectors in the system.
SENSORS & RELAYS
Gently apply a slight vibration to sensors and relays in the system you are inspecting.
This test may indicate a loose or poorly mounted sensor or relay.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
There are several reasons a vehicle or engine vibration could cause an electrical complaint. Some of the
things to check for are:

Connectors not fully seated.

Wiring harness not long enough and is being stressed due to engine vibrations or rocking.

Wires laying across brackets or moving components.

Loose, dirty or corroded ground wires.

Wires routed too close to hot components.
To inspect components under the hood, start by verifying the integrity of ground connections. (Refer to Ground
Inspection described later.) First check that the system is properly grounded. Then check for loose connection
by gently shaking the wiring or components as previously explained. Using the wiring diagrams inspect the
wiring for continuity.
BEHIND THE INSTRUMENT PANEL
An improperly routed or improperly clamped harness can become pinched during accessory installation. Vehi-
cle vibration can aggravate a harness which is routed along a bracket or near a screw.
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CONSULT-II CHECKING SYSTEM
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CONSULT-II CHECKING SYSTEMPFP:00000
DescriptionEAS001FP

CONSULT-II is a hand-held type tester. When it is connected with a diagnostic connector equipped on the
vehicle side, it will communicate with the control unit equipped in the vehicle and then enable various
kinds of diagnostic tests.

Refer to “CONSULT-II Software Operation Manual ” for more information.
Function and System ApplicationEAS001TO
Diagnostic test
mode Function
ENGINE
A/T
ICC
ABS
AIR BAG
IPDM E/R BCM
AUTO DRIVE POS.
REARVIEW CAMERA
AIR LEVELIZER
ALL MODE AWD/4WD HVAC
NVIS (NATS)
*1
NVIS (NATS BCM OR S/ENT)
*1
Work support This mode enables a technician to adjust some
devices faster and more accurately by following the
indications on CONSULT-II. x - xx - - xxxxx - - -
Self-diagnostic Self-diagnostic can be performed quickly. ----x---------
Self-diagnos-
tic results Self-diagnostic results can be read and erased
quickly.
xxxx - xxx - xxxxx
Trouble diag-
nostic record Current self-diagnostic results and all trouble diagnos-
tic records previously stored can be read.
--- - x---------
Data monitor Input/Output data in the ECM can be read. xxxx - x - xxxxx - -
Data monitor
(spec) Data monitor specification can be read.
x-------------
CAN diagno-
sis support
monitor The communication condition of CAN communication
line can be read.
xxxx - xxx - - xx - -
Active test Diagnostic Test Mode in which CONSULT-II drives
some actuators apart from the ECMs and also shifts
some parameters in a specified range.
x-xx-x-x-x----
Function test This mode can show results of self-diagnosis of ECU
with either “
OK” or “NG ”. For engines, more practical
tests regarding sensors/switches and/or actuators are
available. xx-xx- --- -----
DTC & SRT
confirmation The results of SRT (System Readiness Test) and the
self-diagnosis status/result can be confirmed.
x-------------
DTC work sup-
port The operating condition to confirm Diagnosis Trouble
Codes can be selected.
xx------------
ECM/ECU part
number ECM/ECU part number can be read.
x x x x - - x x x x x x - -
ECU discrimi-
nated No. Classification number of a replacement ECU can be
read to prevent an incorrect ECU from being installed.
----x---------
Passenger air
bag Displays the STATUS (readiness) of the front passen-
ger airbag.
----x---------
Configuration Sets control module parameters to match vehicle
options. ------x-------
PIN read
*2This mode shows the BCM-specific 5-digit code. -------------x
Control unit
initialization
*2All registered ignition key IDs in NATS components
can be initialized and new IDs can be registered. ------------x-

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2. If necessary, turn on the ignition switch.
3. Touch “START (NISSAN BASED VHCL) ” or system shortcut (eg:
ENGINE) on the screen.
CONSULT-II Data Link Connector (DLC) CircuitEAS001TR
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
If the CONSULT-II cannot diagnose the system properly, check the following items:
NOTE:
The preceding schematic is an example and may not be a true representation of the vehicle. The actual DDL1
circuits (CAN lines) from DLC pins 6 and 14 as well as the DDL2 circuit (K-line) from DLC pin 7 may be con-
nected to more than one system. A short in a DDL circuit connected to a control unit in one system may affect
CONSULT-II access to other systems.
BCIA0029E
LAIA0028E
Symptom Check item
CONSULT-II cannot access
any system.

CONSULT-II DLC power supply circuit (Terminal 8) and ground circuit (Terminal 4). For detailed cir-
cuit, refer to EC-635, "
Wiring Diagram" .

CONSULT-II DLC cable and CONSULT-II CONVERTER.
CONSULT-II cannot access
individual system. (Other sys-
tems can be accessed.)

CONSULT-II program card (Check the appropriate CONSULT-II program card for the system.
Refer to GI-39, "
Checking Equipment" .

Power supply and ground circuit for the control unit of the system (For detailed circuit, refer to wir-
ing diagram for each system.)

Open or short circuit between the system and CONSULT-II DLC (For detailed circuit, refer to wiring
diagram for each system.)

Open or short circuit in CAN or K communication line. Refer to LAN-3, "Precautions When Using
CONSULT-II" .

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IDENTIFICATION INFORMATIONPFP:00010
Model VariationEAS001G2
Prefix and suffix designations:
Drive Type Body Engine Transmission Destination Grade Model
2WD Wagon VK56DE RE5R05A (5A/T) U.S.A. LEJPKALVK-EUA
4WD Wagon VK56DE RE5R05A (5A/T) U.S.A.
LEJPKWLVK-EUA
Canada JPKWLVK-ENA
Position Character Qualifier Definition
1 J Body type J: Wagon
2 PK Engine PK: VK56DE
3
4AA xle A: 2WD
W: 4WD
5 L Drive L: LH
6 V Grade V: LE
7 K Transmission K: RE5R05A (5A/T)
8 I41 Model I41: 2006 QX56
9
10 11 E Intake E: EGI
12 U Zone N: Canada
U: Federal
13 A Equipment A: Standard
14
XXXXX Option Codes Option Codes
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16
17
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Identification NumberEAS001G3
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ARRANGEMENT
1. Emission control information label 2. Tire placard3. F.M.V.S.S. certification label
4. Vehicle identification number plate 5. Vacuum hose diagram
WAIA0053E
Position Character Qualifier Definition
1 5N3 Manufacturer 5N3: USA produced multi-purpose vehicle
2
3
4 A Engine type A: VK56DE
5 A Vehicle line A: Infiniti QX56
6 0 Model change (0-9)
7 8 Body type 8: 4 door wagon
8A Gross vehicle
weight ratingA: 2WD, 4-wheel ABS, Class E
B: 4WD, 4-wheel ABS, Class E
9 * Check digit (0 to 9 or X) The code for the check digit is determined by a mathematical
computation.
10 6 Model year 2006
11 NManufacturing
plant N: Canton Mississippi
12
XXXXXVehicle serial num-
ber Chassis number
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14
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ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER
TRANSFER SERIAL NUMBER
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER
LAIA0044E
LAIA0048E
PAIA0054E

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SAE J1930 Terminology List EAS001G6
All emission related terms used in this publication in accordance with SAE J1930 are listed. Accordingly, new
terms, new acronyms/abbreviations and old terms are listed in the following chart.
NEW TERMNEW ACRONYM /
ABBREVIATION OLD TERM
Air cleaner ACLAir cleaner
Barometric pressure BARO***
Barometric pressure sensor-BCDD BAROS-BCDD BCDD
Camshaft position CMP***
Camshaft position sensor CMPSCrank angle sensor
Canister ***Canister
Carburetor CARBCarburetor
Charge air cooler CACIntercooler
Closed loop CLClosed loop
Closed throttle position switch CTP switchIdle switch
Clutch pedal position switch CPP switchClutch switch
Continuous fuel injection system CFI system***
Continuous trap oxidizer system CTOX system***
Crankshaft position CKP***
Crankshaft position sensor CKPS***
Data link connector DLC***
Data link connector for CONSULT-II DLC for CONSULT-II Diagnostic connector for CONSULT-II
Diagnostic test mode DTMDiagnostic mode
Diagnostic test mode selector DTM selectorDiagnostic mode selector
Diagnostic test mode I DTM IMode I
Diagnostic test mode II DTM IIMode II
Diagnostic trouble code DTCMalfunction code
Direct fuel injection system DFI system***
Distributor ignition system DI systemIgnition timing control
Early fuel evaporation-mixture heater EFE-mixture heater Mixture heater
Early fuel evaporation system EFE systemMixture heater control
Electrically erasable programmable read
only memory EEPROM
***
Electronic ignition system EI systemIgnition timing control
Engine control EC***
Engine control module ECMECCS control unit
Engine coolant temperature ECTEngine temperature
Engine coolant temperature sensor ECTS Engine temperature sensor
Engine modification EM***
Engine speed RPMEngine speed
Erasable programmable read only memory EPROM ***
Evaporative emission canister EVAP canisterCanister
Evaporative emission system EVAP systemCanister control solenoid valve
Exhaust gas recirculation valve EGR valveEGR valve